Provider Resources
Featured Archive
A month-by-month archive of resources recently featured on the Provider Resources. Visit The Focus Release Archive for full list of announcements and resources.
The Focus
Release Archive
The Focus is the Housing for Health newsletter for PH ICMS providers, case managers, and program partners. Each release includes program updates, policy changes, new resources, and important notices. Past releases are archived below.
August 2026
FY 2026–27 Implementation Handbook
Access the latest Implementation Handbook for ICMS Providers (Permanent Housing Edition). View the full handbook online, download a copy, or download the acknowledgement form.
June 2026
Food Assistance Resources
LA County and community partners provide food assistance resources to ensure no resident goes without food. Over 1.3 million people in LA County rely on these programs.
TLS and Shallow Subsidy Program Transition
Provider guidance for the July 1, 2026 TLS and Shallow Subsidy program transition to FY 2026-27. Find required action items, key dates, office hours, and contacts in one place.
ICMS Snapshot Updates
A historical log of ICMS Snapshot updates and current billing rate designation information for ICMS case managers and providers.
BC TLS/Shallow Subsidy Payment Portal
Payment portal to request and track rental assistance payouts through Brilliant Corners for ICMS participants utilizing TLS or Shallow Subsidy.
CBEST
Program information, eligibility, and referral guidance for CBEST, the LA County HSH program that helps people experiencing homelessness apply for SSI, SSDI, and CAPI disability benefits.
May 2026
Housing Listings Hub
Current housing listings and search tools for ICMS case managers supporting participant housing placements in Los Angeles County, including Padmission and open house contact information.
BC TLS/Shallow Subsidy Payment Portal
Payment portal to request and track rental assistance payouts through Brilliant Corners for ICMS participants utilizing TLS or Shallow Subsidy.
Exchanging a TLS Rental Subsidy for a Federal TBV
Step-by-step guide for ICMS case managers to successfully exchange Time-Limited Subsidies (TLS) for federal Tenant-Based Vouchers (TBV) and prevent housing loss.
CBEST
Program information, eligibility, and referral guidance for CBEST, the LA County HSH program that helps people experiencing homelessness apply for SSI, SSDI, and CAPI disability benefits.
April 2026
Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool (FHSP)
Resources for ICMS providers on the FHSP General Assistance Request program, including eligible expenses, approval thresholds, the GAR submission process, and the latest FHSP program updates.
ICMS Partner Quarterly Meeting
Join the next HSH ICMS Partner Quarterly Meeting and access agendas, presenter slides, and recaps from previous sessions.
TLS and Shallow Subsidy Program Transition
Provider guidance for the July 1, 2026 TLS and Shallow Subsidy program transition to FY 2026-27. Find required action items, key dates, office hours, and contacts in one place.
March 2026
Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool (FHSP)
Resources for ICMS providers on the FHSP General Assistance Request program, including eligible expenses, approval thresholds, the GAR submission process, and the latest FHSP program updates.
February 2026
Move-In Assistance & Housing Deposits
Information for ICMS providers on CS Housing Deposits, including eligibility, covered items, the CalAIM authorization timeline, MCP referral contacts, and key reminders for move-in assistance.